Jordan Hernandez
& The Quintessentials
Jordan
Hernandez
It’s often said that there’s an old soul in all of us, unlocking talents we never knew existed. For 22-year-old Jordan Hernandez, this couldn’t be more true. A Hispanic, California-born, Georgia-raised vocalist, Jordan is a performer “out of time,” specializing in jazz from the big band era of the 1930s to the Las Vegas golden age of the 1960s.
Jordan’s musical journey began in Savannah, Georgia, where he first picked up the saxophone at age 10, playing in school bands. But it wasn’t until 16 that he discovered his true passion—his voice. Inspired by the legendary sounds of Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin, and Ella Fitzgerald, he immersed himself in the world of jazz, refining a style that feels both classic and fresh.
His first live performance at The Jazz Corner in Hilton Head Island, NC, left audiences in awe, but it was in 2022 at the Savannah Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Gala where he made his mark, earning the “Young Hispanic Leader of the Year Award.”
Now, Jordan is setting his sights even higher. With his band, The Quintessentials, he is currently working on his first jazz cover album, a project that promises to showcase his rich baritone voice and deep connection to jazz’s golden era. With every performance, Jordan brings timeless music to a new generation, proving that true jazz never fades—it only evolves.
Lyn Ryan
McKenna
Lyn Ryan McKenna’s musical journey began at an early age, demonstrating a rare and natural talent across multiple instruments. She started playing piano at age four, studying for eight years, while also teaching herself ukulele and guitar. By eight, she had already picked up the saxophone, setting the foundation for a dynamic and diverse musical career.
By 12, Lyn was already performing professionally on saxophone and piano, showcasing a maturity beyond her years. At 17, she took center stage with her first solo accordion performance, adding yet another instrument to her impressive repertoire. She also plays the steel pan, further expanding her musical versatility.
Lyn’s passion for both performance and education led her to start teaching professionally at 16, a role she has continued throughout her career. She has taught and studied at the prestigious Interlochen National Music Camp in Michigan and is a graduate of the renowned Interlochen Arts Academy.
Her academic journey includes studying saxophone performance at the University of Michigan (Ann Arbor), as well as attending the Hartt School (University of Hartford) and Berklee College of Music, before earning her degree from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Throughout her career, Lyn has performed, toured, and recorded with over 40 bands across multiple genres, solidifying her reputation as a versatile and in-demand musician.
She has studied under some of the most legendary names in saxophone, including Grover Washington Jr., Lynn Klock, Donald Sinta, Joe Viola, and Frederick Hemke. For 15 years, she toured across the U.S. and the Caribbean as a member of Changes in Latitudes, a nationally recognized Jimmy Buffett tribute band. Additionally, Lyn served in military bands, further showcasing her adaptability and professionalism.
Her collaborations include sharing the stage and recording with renowned artists such as Jaimoe (Allman Brothers Band), Charles Neville (Neville Brothers), Peter Tork, Nadirah Shakoor, Doyle Grisham, and Amy Lee (from Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band), among many others.
Lyn continues to captivate audiences, performing with her husband, Guy Wallis, in their duo Lemon Sky Island, as well as playing with Jordan Hernandez and The Quintessentials, bringing her deep passion for jazz and timeless music to life.
Guy
Wallis
Guy Wallis is a seasoned multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, educator, and live/studio engineer with a dynamic career spanning touring, recording, and performance production. His musical journey has taken him from New England to the Caribbean, performing in theaters, nightclubs, and even aboard Disney cruises.
Throughout his career, Guy has shared the stage with legendary artists, including Charles Neville (Neville Brothers), and performed with The Fabulous Heavyweights as well as Changes in Latitudes, the renowned Jimmy Buffett tribute band, alongside members of Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band.
Beyond performing, Guy is deeply involved in music education and sound engineering, bringing his expertise to both live productions and the studio.
Now based in Savannah, GA, he continues to inspire audiences with his talent, collaborating on projects that celebrate the rich traditions of jazz, rock, and island-inspired music.
Dan
Patterson
Dan Patterson is a versatile artist, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and assistant audio engineer at Music Artist Pipeline in McRae-Helena, GA. In just a few years, he has made TV and radio appearances, showcasing his talents across multiple bands and genres.
A natural musician from an early age, Dan began playing piano at three, later mastering guitar, bass, and drums. His passion led him to write, arrange, and record a self-produced blues-rock album, demonstrating his deep understanding of blues, R&B, rock, jazz, funk, fusion, and gospel.
Since September 2024, Dan has been the drummer for Jordan Hernandez & The Quintessentials, occasionally filling in on bass. He has also performed with The Page Brothers Band, Out Past Nashville, Aaron Tanner, Ella Speed, Zeke Keanum, Anna Beth Gay, Lindsey Morris, and the MooLaa Band, both on stage and in the studio. Some of these acts have charted in country and blues music and opened for major industry names.
Most recently, Dan performed with The Page Brothers, opening for 2024 American Idol finalist Will Moseley, further cementing his status as an artist on the rise.
